REPUBLICAN WOMEN – National, State, & Local Clubs.
Founded in 1938, the NFRW has thousands of active members in local clubs nationwide and in several U.S. territories, making it one of the country’s largest women’s political organizations. The grassroots organization recruits and elects Republican candidates, advocates the Party’s philosophy and initiatives, and empowers women in the political process.
SUPPORTING HEALTHY FAMILIES AND PATHWAYS TO PROSPERITY
LCRW supports healthy families and the pathways to prosperity on which this country was founded, and we work to elect Republican candidates.
The Lake County Republican Women have been very active over the years. They organize events like dinners, flag waving, parade entries, booths at events such as the Cherry Festival, and more! Meetings have featured incredible speakers who enlighten us on what is going on and how we can help put our country on track for the future we want. New participants are always welcome. Bring your input to the table, and help involve friends and family to better our community!
LAKE COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB
- We promote an informed electorate
- We increase the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government through active participation
- We facilitate cooperation among Republican Women’s Clubs
- We work for the election of Republican candidates
- We promote the principles of freedom, equality and justice upon which the government of this county is founded
LCRWC Officers
Kathy Shore, President
kthy_shore@yahoo.com
Julie Reffner, Vice President
jmreffner@protonmail.com
Sherry Nelson, Secretary
lcrwemail@gmail.com
stewartlinda.ls@gmail.com
Cynthia Waterman, Membership Chair
Drcjwaterman63@icloud.com
Mailing address:
Lake County Republican Women, PO Box 174, Polson, MT 59860
JOIN US
Dear Members and Friends,If you haven’t had a chance to renew your membership, please do so, or join if you haven’t already.You may send your membership to our treasurer or bring it to our meeting.Please disregard if you have already renewed.Sincerely,Cynthia Waterman, Membership
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Meeting Announcement
NOTE: THE SEPTEMBER MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE SHOE
820 SHORELINE DRIVE, SUITE C
AGENDA
September 14th, 2026
Lake County Rural Fire Station – 25 Regatta Road
11:30 Social gathering
Meeting 12:00-1:00
Call to Order
Introduce guests
Invocation: Kathy Recny
Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes as electronically distributed
Treasurer’s Report: Linda Stewart
Old Business: Flag Waving – 2nd & 4th Tuesdays!
New Business: Supporting the LCRCC Election Office
Next meeting: October 5th, 2026
Adjourn
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Lake County Republican Women visiting the Dave Stipes Annex Oct. 6
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Former Central Committee Chair, Tracy Sharp, hands Dorothy Ashcraft,
President of Lake County Republican Women, a well-deserved award in February 2024
NOTE: Very important information was shared at the August 4, 2025, meeting by Tracy Sharp about the PROTECT Act.
Be informed about the PROTECT Act that is in the works, so you are prepared to fight it! Watch the following YouTube video by Northwest Liberty News. For more information, click the title.
ACTION NEEDED! “Protect Act” Opens the Door to More Tyranny
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This is the motto of the race car driver that LCRW decided to sponsor this season. What a nice man that sets such a wholesome example for all America First Republicans to follow!
Who is Tyler Irwin?
Tyler Irwin is a Montana native, originally from Polson, and now lives in Frenchtown with his wife and their two children. He serves as a Strategic Project Manager for Providence Health & Services, where he leads initiatives to strengthen healthcare delivery and support community well-being across the region.
Outside of work, Tyler’s greatest passion is his family and raising his children in the beauty and adventure of Montana’s outdoors. When he’s not hiking, fishing, or exploring with them, you’ll likely find him competing in the USA Late Model Series at Mission Valley Super Oval. Racing has been a lifelong pursuit, but for Tyler it’s about much more than competition. He uses racing to connect with and inspire youth in local communities—sharing lessons in perseverance, discipline, character, and faith, and showing young people what’s possible when they chase their dreams with purpose.
That commitment extends far beyond the racetrack. Tyler is deeply dedicated to investing in the next generation through mentorship, community involvement, and speaking opportunities. Grounded in his faith, he wants every young person to know they are loved by God, created with intention, and called to make a difference. He is passionate about sharing a message of hope, faith, country, and purpose—and about the role strong families, engaged communities, and civic leadership play in shaping a bright future for Montana and the nation.
Tyler’s 2026 Schedule and new logo:
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April 6 meeting: 31 attendees came to learn about the Battle for the Republic from a Christian point of view,
with author Charles Garner as the speaker.
The ladies are also working on ways to celebrate America.
They are showing off T-shirts for purchase, as well as the flag that will be proudly waving at every possible event!
